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An Eastern White Pine, a majestic native evergreen tree great for creating privacy screens.

Type

Native

Sunlight Type

Full Sun

Soil Type

Well-Drained / Sandy

Attracts

Birds

Benefits 

Evergreen, Great for Privacy/Screening, Supports Wildlife, Low Maintenance, Hardy, Tree

Eastern White Pine

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Michigan's Majestic State Tree

The Eastern White Pine (Pinus strobus) is the gentle giant of the evergreen world. Unlike stiff, prickly spruces, it has long, soft, blue-green needles that are feathery to the touch and sway gracefully in the wind. Fast-growing and long-lived, it can eventually reach heights of over 80 feet, providing a majestic canopy and year-round green.

Why You Need It:

  • Fast Growth: Adds height and privacy to a landscape faster than most other pines.

  • Soft Texture: The fine, billowing needles create a calming, cloud-like effect.

  • Wildlife Haven: Owls and hawks love to nest in its strong, horizontal branches.

Planting Tips:

Plant in Full Sun to Part Shade. It prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil. Give it room to spread—it is not a tree for a tiny courtyard!

     

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